Travertine Hot Springs
Travertine Hot Springs is a primitive thermal soaking spring located in Mono County, California Hot Springs near Bridgeport. Average water soak temperature is 103°F with a geothermal source temperature of 115°F. Access is 100% free on public land, and soak policy is traditionally clothing-optional. Explore nearby springs with our GPS Springs Near Me Finder.
Seasonal Soaking & Best Time to Visit
While geothermal pool temperatures remain a constant 103°F year-round, outdoor ambient temperatures fluctuate significantly across California. Late spring through autumn offers the most comfortable road access.
Fact Sheet & Geothermal Specifications
| Average Soak Temp | 103°F |
| Geothermal Source Temp | 115°F |
| Hiking Distance | 0.05 miles (easy) |
| Access Fee | 100% Free Public Access |
| Clothing Policy | Clothing Optional |
| Pet Policy | Dog Friendly (Leashed) |
| Geothermal Data Citation | USGS Geothermal Data Portal |
| Public Land Management | California BLM Public Land Office |
Detailed Description
Multi-tiered rock tubs formed from geothermal mineral deposits with breathtaking panoramic vistas of the Sawtooth Ridge.
Directions & Trailhead Access
South of Bridgeport on US-395, turn east onto Jack Sawyer Road for 2 miles to dirt parking lot.
Frequently Asked Questions: Travertine Hot Springs
Is Travertine Hot Springs free?+
Yes, there is no entry fee to access Travertine Hot Springs; it is 100% free to the public and open year-round on Bridgeport BLM land.
What is the water temperature at Travertine Hot Springs?+
Water temperatures generally range from 90°F to 107°F across multiple rock and travertine mud pools, hottest near the source and cooler downstream.
Can you camp at Travertine Hot Springs?+
Camping is strictly prohibited in or near the hot springs parking area. Primitive dispersed camping is permitted on surrounding BLM public land outside marked no-camping zones.
Is clothing required at Travertine Hot Springs?+
Travertine Hot Springs is clothing-optional, and nudity is common at the pools.
Where to Stay Near Travertine Hot Springs
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Community Soaker Reports
Verified Traveler ReviewsTravertine Hot Springs is catalogued in the USGS Geothermal Resources Survey (Circular 790) as a geothermal resource in Mono County, California. Measured source temperature: 115°F. Average soaking pool temperature: 103°F. Land type: Dispersed Public Land (BLM / USFS). No entrance fee.
Source: USGS Geothermal Survey Circular 790 · Data verified July 2025
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